All recent discoveries and explorations related to fiber optical sensors technology in the recent past have been thoroughly discussed in this book. This book provides a detailed study about latest developments of the subject, essential propositions of varied sensor types, their role in structural health monitoring and evolution of varied physical, chemical and biological criteria. By presenting various advanced styles of sensing and systems, and by depicting latest evolvements in fiber Bragg-grating, reflectometry and interfometry based sensors; the book highlights the improvement and growth...

This book provides a detailed study about latest developments of fiber optic sensors. The book provides essential propositions of varied sensor types, their role in structural health monitoring and evolution of varied physical, chemical and biological criteria. By presenting various advanced styles of sensing and systems, and by depicting latest evolvements in fiber Bragg grating, reflectometry and interfometry based sensors; the book highlights the improvement and growth of fiber optics sensors by arc discharges, fiber optic displacement sensors and their applications. This book successfully...

Smart actuators and sensors are used in diverse electric applications. This book is a comprehensive summary of recent technical researches in the field of smart actuators and sensors. It is a compilation of researches accomplished by experts from around the globe. The book will allow the reader to appreciate diverse points of view, engineering techniques and tools that must be considered together when designing and realizing smart actuation and sensing systems. It covers significant issues regarding SMA-based systems and smart polymers.

This book comprises recent researches and advances in the field of smart actuators and sensors. The objective of this book is to sum up all the technical researches regarding smart actuators and sensors. Researches accomplished by experts around the globe are included in this book. The book will allow the reader to appreciate diverse points of view, engineering techniques and tools that must be considered together when designing and realizing smart actuation and sensing systems. It discusses important topics regarding smart fluids, smart transducer applications and piezo-based systems.

A bolometer is a sensitive electrical instrument for measuring radiant energy. Infrared detectors and related technologies have important applications not only in defense sector, but also for distinct civilian purposes. Some cost effective modern devices based on infrared technologies have been rapidly emerging on the global front. Different facets of bolometer advancements have been described in this book. It encompasses materials used, types of bolometers, their performance, utilization and prospective trends. This book will be of great help not just to the experts and professionals but...

This book is a well-structured analysis of wireless sensor networks. It explores the most recent developments in wireless networks technology. It describes the essential concepts and realistic aspects of wireless sensor networks and addresses challenges faced in their design, examination and usage. This book will serve as a complete reference for experts and even for students who seek to learn about the latest advancements in wireless sensor networks.